Layered Zucchini Ricotta Melts with Marinara
A cozy Italian dish featuring layers of tender zucchini, creamy ricotta, and zesty marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for drizzling
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the zucchini by slicing them into 1/4-inch thick rounds and lightly salting them to draw out moisture.
- Mix the ricotta cheese with a pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl.
- Assemble in a baking dish, layering marinara, zucchini, ricotta, and mozzarella until all ingredients are used.
- Bake covered with foil for 30 minutes, then uncovered for an additional 15 minutes.
- Let cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Allow the dish to rest after baking for easier serving. Try swapping ingredients for a creative twist!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: zucchini, ricotta, marinara, vegetarian, Italian dish, comfort food
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